Why did Ahmad Zahid not question the source of RM7 million in donations?

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Ahmad Zahid Defended His Decision Not to Question Donors by Citing Islamic Principles and Trust

Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that he did not question the source of the RM7 million in donations because donors to charities should be given the benefit of the doubt, particularly when the contributions are intended for religious purposes. He asserted that it would be inappropriate and even "funny" to inquire about the legality of funds provided for charitable causes, emphasizing the Islamic principle of "husnuzon," or giving the benefit of the doubt.
Donations for Mosque and Tahfiz School Received Verbal Agreement

Regarding RM5 million in cheques from Mastoro Kenny IT Consultant & Services, provided by Junaith Asharab Md Shariff, Ahmad Zahid explained these were verbal donations for the development of a mosque and a tahfiz school in Bagan Datuk. He claimed he did not know the company Mastoro Kenny and did not inquire about Junaith Asharab's relationship with it, as he extended the benefit of the doubt that the funds were legitimate donations.
Trust in Wealthy Donors and Lack of Written Confirmation

Ahmad Zahid indicated that he did not know the cheques were from Mastoro Kenny and did not scrutinize the company name on them, as he trusted Junaith Asharab, whom he knew to be from a wealthy family. He confirmed that there was no written confirmation from either Junaith Asharab or Mastoro Kenny detailing the specific purpose of the RM5 million cheques.
Belief in Businessmen's Integrity and Absence of Evidence of Illicit Activities

Concerning a RM2 million cheque from businessman Mubarak Hussain Akhtar Husin, Ahmad Zahid stated he was aware that Mubarak Hussain and his siblings were businessmen and did not believe their donations originated from a "kongsi gelap" or triad family. He maintained that donors should not be questioned about their fund sources if the money is intended for charity, and pointed out the lack of proof that either Junaith Asharab or Mubarak Hussain were under investigation for money laundering or obtaining funds from illegal activities.

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